Kenmore 14171 Owner's Manual page 3

Please follow these basic precautions, including the following:
Read all instructions before using your
dishwasher_
o Only use detergents and rinse agents
recommended for use in a dishwasher°
o Store detergents and rinse agents in a
cool dry place out of children's reach.
o Do not tamper with controls.
o Do not operate dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels are properly in plaice.
o Always disconnectelectrical power to
dishwasher before attempting to service
itoWe recommend having a qualified
technician service your appliance°
o Remember, use dishwasher for its
intended purpose only..
o Do not wash plastic items unless marked
"Dishwasher Safe" or equivalent. If
unmarked, check manufacturer's
recommendations.
oThis dishwasher must be properly
installed in accordance with the instal-
lati(_n Instructions before it is used,.
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o Connect to a properly rated, protected
and sized power-supply circuit to avoid
electrical overload_
o This appliance must be connected to
a grounded metal, permanent wiring
system; or an equipment-grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit
conductors and connected to the
equipment-grounding terminal or lead
of the appliance,.
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The improper connection of the
equipment-grounding conductor can
result in a risk of electric shock. Check
with a qualified electrician or service
representative if you are in doubt whether
the appliance is properly grounded,
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o To avoid risk of electrical shock,
the dishwasher must be electrically
grounded before it is operated..
• If you did not receive installation
Instructions with your dishwasher, you
can get a copy by contacting your Sears
Service Center.
o Do not touch heating unit during
or immediately after use° Allow time to
cool,
o Load sharp or pointed tableware with
handles up (points down) to avoid injury
when reaching into dishwasher_
o Load sharp items and knives so they
aren't likely to damage door seal.
o Do not sit or stand on or abuse
dishwasher door or dishracks.,
o Do not allow children to play in 0k'on
dishwasher.
• When discarding old dishwasher,
be sure to remove door to prevent
accidental entrapment.
o Do not install the dishwasher on
carpeted floor.,
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Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas
may build up in a hot water system that
has not been used for two weeks or more.
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To
prevent injury or damage, before using
dishwasher, turn on all hot water faucets
and allow water to run for several
minutes. This will allow gases to escape.
As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or
use an open flame or appliance near
faucets while they are open.
NOTE: Do not store or use combustible
materials, gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance_